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Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan" Compare Siamese and Siberian. Which is better: Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Siberian Himalayan
OriginsThailand flagThailand Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank152233
Reviews010
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan cat?
$600 to $1200 $1200 to $2500 $1000 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds
Bite Force No data available Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape No data available Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Gold
Green 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern No data available All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns.
Coat
What is the difference between Siamese, Siberian and Himalayan coats?
Short Hair Semi-long Long
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Robust Solid
Head Shape Triangular Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Oval Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Short and Broad
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Moderate Sleep

Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, vocal and attentive Long, loyal and affectionate Short to moderate, relaxed and gentle
Guarding Instinct Moderate High Low
Protection Instincts Moderate High Low
Climbing Ability High High Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Good Poor

Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Low
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
12-15 years 12-15 years 9-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Himalayans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Hot Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Quiet and affectionate meows Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and gentle
Facial Expression Vocal and social Loyal and affectionate Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs High Moderate Low
Protectiveness Moderate High Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence Moderate High Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High Low
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Moderate High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Difficult
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Siberian cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Himalayan cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Active Curious Dependent
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan?
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Siamese vs Siberian vs Himalayan Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siamese or Siberian or Himalayan?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

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